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Summer Library Challenge

All Day 6/1 - 7/31
New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Summer Library Challenge

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Library Challenge
Event Details:

This summer, we’re celebrating all of the creativity, talents, and stories that make our community shine. From art and music to writing and performance, we’re highlighting the many ways our members express themselves.

Ryan Marchand performing on stage

Summer Concert: Ryan Marchand

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Ryan Marchand is a live-looping artist and producer who crafts immersive soundscapes with layered percussion, vocal harmonies, and dynamic guitar effects.

Feeding tampa bay

Cooking Matters: Food Smarts for Adults

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn how to make healthy snacks on a budget, how to add more fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your life, and how to choose drinks that support your health.

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Taste-Test Challenge: Drink Flavors

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Food & Cooking

Age Group:

Middle School, Teens
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Use your sleuth skills to identify different flavors of drinks! Test your taste buds and see if you can guess them all. Registration is encouraged but not required. For students in middle and high school.

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Master Gardeners: Oyster Rehabilitation and Scalloping for Recreation

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Community-Led Group, Health & Wellness, Sustainability

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community-Led Group, Health & Wellness, Sustainability
Event Details:

Learn how to help keep our waterways clean with oysters and how to enjoy our natural scallop fishery. You'll also receive some tips and information on how to enjoy scalloping!

Various foods in a pan

Chopped: Kids Cooking Competition

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Food & Cooking, Special Event

Age Group:

Upper Elementary, Middle School, Teens
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Upper Elementary, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Special Event
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Cook your way through our mystery basket in our annual Chopped competition! For youth ages 8-17, but all are welcome to come be spectators. Contestants must participate in teams of two or three.

Take One! book cover

Creative Career Workshop

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Have you ever felt driven toward a career in a creative field such as film, music, or writing?

Karaoke Mic

Karaoke Night

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Performance, Special Event

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, Special Event
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Sing your heart out at the library in celebration of International Karaoke Day! This is a great chance to share your love of music, connect with others, and enjoy a lively, supportive atmosphere. Pizza and mocktails provided!

Codey Rocky

Beginner Bots

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

Upper Elementary
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Upper Elementary
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn the basics of coding in this class for beginners! Attendees will be working with a Codey Rocky robot and learning a block-based coding language. Students will be encouraged to collaborate in groups during their learning.

Improv performance

Improv Workshop for Teens & Adults

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event, Workshop

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event, Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Learn the art of improv acting in this dynamic and hands-on workshop!

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Paint the Zodiac

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
River Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

♌️ July sign is Leo! Create art inspired by the lion sign. All zodiac signs welcome.

Woman looking at art

Local Artist Gallery

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Magnolia Room at New Port Richey Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Special Event

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

Enjoy the culture and creativity of your neighborhood at our after-hours Local Artist Gallery! This special evening event will showcase the incredible talent of artists from right here in New Port Richey.

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Summerween Cinema Club: Young Frankenstein (1974)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Film
Event Details:

Celebrate Summerween with our spooky Cinema Club picks! This month, we're featuring Young Frankenstein (1974).

Rhymes to Readers Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Infant/Toddler (2 and under), Pre-K (age 3-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Rhymes to Readers

Ms. Jessica (and Stanley) will bring you stories and songs with a focus on early literacy and an excitement for reading! Recommended for toddler and pre-k ages. We do ask that you please refrain from eating snacks during storytime. 

Can't make today? An identical storytime is also offered Thursdays at 1pm. 

Guten Tag!

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Foreign Language
Event Details:

Practice your German language skills in an informal and friendly group setting. This intermediate group meets weekly to chat in German, improve language skills and explore a variety of topics.

Mandarin Chinese Class

1:30pm–3:00pm
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Event Details:

Practice your Mandarin Chinese language skills in an informal and friendly group setting. This group is self-led; class will be led via conversation practice and not with an instructor.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

7:00pm–9:00pm
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Shrek the Musical, JR.

Saturday Sound

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Sound healing is a therapeutic practice that uses sound frequencies to promote physical and emotional well-being.

Poetry Club

12:30pm–1:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy
Event Details:

Read and discuss the works of famous classic poets with fellow poetry lovers. Each month, we will explore a different poet, diving into their life, themes, and lasting impact on literature.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Shrek the Musical, JR.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

7:00pm–9:00pm
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Shrek the Musical, JR.

Theater Pass Program: Richey Suncoast Theatre

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Theatre Pass Program
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Theatre Pass Program

Use your New Port Richey Pubic Library card as your ticket to the theatre! As part of our Theatre Pass Program with the Richey Suncoast Theatre, your library card will get you two tickets to a theatre show. To register, fill out the registration form for your desired showing. Print out your email confirmation and bring to the box office at the Richey Suncoast Theatre. 

-Seating is assigned by the Richey Suncoast Theatre. Should you need special accommodations, please call the theater at 727-842-6777.

-Limit one registration per library card per showing. One registration will count for 2 (two) tickets to a show. Your New Port Richey Public Library card should be 14 digits and begin with the prefix 22288. 

Now showing: Shrek the Musical, JR.

Walk & Talk Club: Extra Mile

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Out & About, Sustainability
Event Details:

Our weekly Walk & Talk Club is going the extra mile!

Chess Club

4:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Children, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Play chess against other enthusiasts or come to learn how to play! This weekly group is open to all ages. Parents must accompany children who would like to attend. Chess sets will be provided but you're also welcome to bring your own. 

Tasty Tuesdays Community Market

9:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Library Courtyard
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community-Led Group, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy products from local organic growers in our open-air courtyard, and learn about growing and preparing your own. Hear interesting lectures, view demos and check out non-GMO, heirloom seeds at your NPR Library Seed Bank. No charge to attend.

Libraries with Heart: Life's Essential 8

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Learn more about Life's Essential 8 — the key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health.

Stitched Together: Knitting & Crochet Club

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Connect with other knitters and crocheters in this weekly club. All skills levels are welcome, from beginners to experts. A limited supply of needles and yarn will be on hand but you're welcome to bring your own. 

DIY Kombucha

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Magnolia Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Sustainability
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Curious about kombucha? Join us for an informative and hands-on workshop where you’ll learn about the health benefits of this fizzy, fermented tea.

English Next Level

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Literacy
Event Details:

Improve your English skills at the Library! Enjoy a supportive environment to practice conversation and build confidence in your language abilities.

Tech Topics: Computer Systems

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Event Details:

Tech Topics is a weekly class that helps you build confidence with everyday technology. Each session covers a different topic, offering simple, hands-on guidance in a relaxed setting.

Writers Workshop

4:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: River Room
Purpose of Reservation

Join other local writers to discuss ideas, read selections and share feedback. We meet weekly at the Library on Wednesdays from 4-7pm. 

Medicare Basics SHINE- Pasco

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Medicare 101 presentation conducted by the SHINE Program will provide information on the basics of Medicare with coverage that falls into four different areas called "Parts"- Medicare Part A, B, C & D, and what they mean to you.

Tech Help Thursdays

11:00am–11:30am
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help! Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!

SHINE Appointment #1

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Avery Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

To learn more about the SHINE Program, please call the local Elder Helpline at 727-217-2111.

Tech Help Thursdays

11:30am–12:00pm
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help! Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!

Tech Help Thursdays

12:00pm–12:30pm
Everyone
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: New Port Richey Public Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Need tech assistance? Let us help! Our tech-savvy staff members and volunteers will help you get the most out of your technology. From social media to editing documents, we've got you covered!